CITY OF HEALDSBURG
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
January 16, 2024
City Hall Council Chamber
401 Grove Street, Healdsburg
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CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor/Chairperson Hagele called to order the concurrent meeting of the City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency of the City of Healdsburg at 6:00 p.m. with the following Council Members present:
Present: Council Members/: Edwards, Herrod, Kelley, Mitchell and Mayor Hagele Board Members
Absent: Council Members/: None.
Board Members
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Councilmember Kelley, seconded by Vice Mayor Mitchell, approved the January 16, 2024, City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting agenda as submitted. The motion carried on a unanimous voice vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS - RECOGNITION OF CITY EMPLOYEES
WITH MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES
City Manager Kay introduced Housing Director Stephen Sotomayor and recognized him for 5 years of service with the City of Healdsburg Housing Department.
Director Sotomayor thanked Council, City Staff, and commented that he appreciates the opportunity to represent the City of Healdsburg.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS - PRESENTATION ON THE SONOMA
COUNTY FIRE PREVENTION & RESPONSE PROPOSED SALES TAX MEASURE Fire Chief Boaz introduced Fire Chief Jeff Schach, with the City of Petaluma and Representative from the Fire Service Working Group (FSWG).
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Chief Schach provided information about the proposed tax measure "H," and explained why the previous Measure was unsuccessful. Chief Schach outlined the critical services Measure H would fund including Firefighters, paramedics, vegetation management, and firefighter personnel. Chief Schach reviewed strategies to ensure its success, described the key components of the ordinance, including a new oversight plan, annual performance audits, allocation plan, and a focus on fostering partnerships and coordination.
Chief Boaz provided information on the specific impacts to the City of Healdsburg if Measure “H” passes, including how the revenue could be used to support enhanced fire protection.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Chief Boaz provided information on the process for his staff to become paramedics if the decision was made to do so. Assistant City Manager Sturmfels provided information on how the Measure H funds would operate. Chief Schach provided information on the proposed Business Roundtable measure that may affect the votes required for Measure H, and how the funds will be disbursed if the Measure passes.
Chief Boaz further discussed what a standard of cover study is, clarified that the services for Sotoyome and Fitch Mountain areas would not be impacted or related to the sales tax and noted there is no data regarding how much each taxpayer would be impacted by the ½ cent sales tax.
Public Comment
Amanda Newhall commented on her support for the measure and is looking forward to having a higher level of service to provide to Healdsburg and throughout the County.
Joe Stewart, Safe for Sonoma County Campaign provided information about what it means to receive a 2/3’s vote for this measure and confirmed that there is no data on the impacts the sales tax would have to individuals. Mr. Stewart also explained there is a need for stations to be fully staffed and inquired if Council would be interested in endorsing the Measure.
Following a brief discussion, there was Council majority to bring back a resolution for discussion in support of Measure H.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Kay provided information about sandbags being available due to the rain, announced the upcoming discussion of the SMART Station at the second Council meeting in February, reminded the community about the future agenda items list at the end of agenda packets and noted the application period is open for the Arts Grant.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND NON
AGENDA ITEMS
Brian Geagan commented on how wonderful the City looked over the holiday and thanked City staff for their hard work.
Linda Cade commented on Disease X coming, expressed concerns about mandated vaccines and lockdowns, the bridge lights and made suggestions about future lighting for the holidays. Ms.
Cade expressed interest in the Bird bikes and asked to see specific statistics and thanked Councilmembers Edwards for being on her Healdsburg Chats Podcast.
Mark Themig provided information about recent health struggles and wanted to raise awareness about HPV. Additionally, Mr. Themig gave thanks to the City and community for all of their support.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Hagele recused from item 6D for a perceived conflict of interest as he lives within 500ft of the Saggio Hills Development.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Mitchell, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, approved the Consent Calendar as follows:
A. RECEIVE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR NOVEMBER 2023 By motion, received and approved the Monthly Treasurer’s Investment Report for November 2023. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent - None)
B. APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR WITHDRAWALS DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2023
By motion, approved the Disbursement Report for November 2023. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent - None)
C. AMENDING CHAPTER 12.24 OF MUNICIPAL CODE – SPECIAL EVENTS Adopted Ordinance No. 1235 titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING HEALDSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER
12.24 (SPECIAL EVENTS); AND REPEAL IN ITS ENTIRETY CHAPTER 10.48 (PARADE PERMITS) AND SECTION 12.32.040 (SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT)” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
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D. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ZONING MAP DESIGNATIONS ON RESULTANT PARCEL 8 AND PARCEL 9 OF THE SAGGIO HILLS PROJECT (LUA 0003-2023)
This item was removed from the consent calendar to be voted on separately.
E. ROUNDABOUT DESIGN SETTLEMENT WITH GHD
By motion, approved the Roundabout Design Settlement between the City and GHD. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent - None)
F. BOLLARD REMOVAL PROJECT BID AWARD
Adopted Resolution No. 1-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG CONDITIONALLY AWARDING THE BOLLARD
REMOVAL PROJECT TO DIAMOND D CONSTRUCTION, LLC IN THE AMOUNT OF $41,985.50, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND APPROVE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS UP TO 15% OF THE ORIGINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT, AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ADOPTED BUDGET” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
G. AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH HDL
COMPANIES FOR SALES TAX AUDITS AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS
Adopted Resolution No. 2-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG AMENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH HDL
COMPANIES FOR SALES TAX AUDIT SERVICES INCREASING THE NOT-TOEXCEED AMOUNT BY $30,000 FOR A TOTAL OF $70,000” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
H. WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT ENERGY EFFICIENCY AUDIT
Adopted Resolution No. 3-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC. (AESC) TO CONDUCT AN ENERGY AUDIT
FOR THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY, AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON THE CITY’S BEHALF” (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent – None)
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The motion to approve the Consent Calendar as above carried on a unanimous voice vote. (Ayes 5, Noes 0, Absent 0)
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ZONING MAP
DESIGNATIONS ON RESULTANT PARCEL 8 AND PARCEL 9 OF THE SAGGIO HILLS PROJECT (LUA 0003-2023)
On a motion by Councilmember Edwards, seconded by Councilmember Kelley, Adopted Ordinance No. 1236 titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HEALDSBURG ADOPTING LAND USE CODE AMENDMENT LUA 0003-2023 TO "CLEAN UP" ZONING MAP DESIGNATIONS FOR RESULTANT PARCEL 7, RESULTANT PARCEL 8, AND PARCEL 9 OF THE SAGGIO HILLS PROJECT” The motion carried on a voice vote with Mayor Hagele abstaining. (Ayes 4, Noes 0, Abstaining - Hagele, Absent - None)
PUBLIC HEARING - ADOPT EIR ADDENDUM FOR MUNICIPAL RECYCLED
WATER PIPELINE PROJECT
Utilities Engineering Manager Fuss introduced the Municipal Recycled Water Pipeline project and noted the recommended actions for the evening. Manager Fuss provided background information on the recycled water project, reviewed the original municipal recycled water concept, the modifications of the project to adjust for the grant received and provided information about the anticipated annual recycled water use. Manager Fuss further reviewed Environmental Impact Report (EIR) requirements and provided information about the proposed existing mitigation measures.
There were no public comments on this item.
There were no Council comments on this item.
On a motion by Councilmember Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, adopted Resolution No. 4-2024 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HEALDSBURG ADOPTING AN ADDENDUM TO THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT FOR THE HEALDSBURG WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UPGRADE PROJECT AND MAKING REQUIRED FINDINGS.” The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes - 5, Noes - 0, Absent - None) On a motion by Councilmember Kelley, seconded by Councilmember Edwards, adopted the project as modified. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. (Ayes - 5, Noes - 0, Absent - None)
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Mayor Hagele thanked the community and noted that the City would not have been able to do this project if the residents hadn’t cut back on water to get the grant funding.
OLD BUSINESS – FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 MID-YEAR CITY COUNCIL GOAL UPDATE
City Manager Kay provided a brief introduction of the mid-year goal update, noting the Strategic Initiatives that were adopted as part of the Strategic Plan are the framework for the FY 2023-24 City Council goals.
City Manager Kay summarized the mid-year update in each of the Council goals, as follows:
Strategic Initiative 01: Policies and Programs to Promote Economic Diversity and Sustainable Growth
• Goal: Initiate scoping of South Entry Area Plan.
o Draft scope of work and cost estimate completed. Applied for the designation of a Priority Development Area (PDA) that encompasses the ½-mile area surrounding the existing SMART rail depot site and the South Entry Area Plan area. Approval of the PDA will make the City eligible for planning grants. • Goal: Cannabis Business Program Implementation and Dispensary Application. o Two Cannabis Business licenses were awarded on November 13, 2023. Staff is currently working with the licensees to support business openings in the Spring/Summer of 2024.
• Vehicle Miles Travelled (VMT) Policy.
o Policy was adopted on October 2, 2023.
• Prepare amendments to the Land Use Code to address needed corrections, formalize interpretations, and streamline project review and approval. o Land Use Code Updates to revise and clarify sections were approved on June 20, 2023
• Electronic Plan Review
o Electronic plan submittal and review is now available and operational with all departments responsible for Plan Review, including Planning, Building, Public Works, Utilities, and Fire, participating in digital plan review. • Downtown Housing Development Capacity Study
o The City Council approved a contract with Opticos Design to prepare the Downtown Housing Development Capacity Study on September 18, 2023. Staff held a kick-off meeting and tour of Downtown sites on October 16, 2023 and the work effort is currently underway.
• SMART Station Planning
o A public meeting to receive feedback was held on October 19, 2023. • Retail Sales Tax Capture and Leakage Analysis
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o The City has executed a contract to complete the retail sales tax leakage analysis. • Housing Element Implementation Land Use Code Updates. o Staff intends to formally initiate this work upon completion of the housing needs analysis and housing capacity study.
Strategic Initiative 02: Environmental Stewardship
• Climate Mobilization Strategy
o Council adopted the Climate Mobilization Strategy (CMS) on October 16, 2023. • Postal Fleet Electrification White Paper.
o The postal fleet electrification white paper was incorporated into the CMS as measure TE-5.1.
Strategic Initiative 03: Affordable Housing
• 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
o The 6th Cycle Housing Element Update was adopted by the City Council on May 1, 2023 and certified by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) on June 29, 2023.
• Housing Element Work Group
o Pursuant to the City Council's decision on September 18, 2023, the Housing Element Work Group (HEWG) has been reorganized to implement the housing initiatives detailed in Resolution No. 171-2022.
• L&M Village
o The Housing Department provides the City Council with quarterly updates on the L&M Village Operations and annual reports to the State HCD. Both Housing and Reach for Home staff are actively engaging with the concerns of neighboring residents. Secured $341,000 in CDBG funding for capital improvements and services.
• Scattered Site Project
o Renovation projects at 500 Piper and 531-535 University have been completed by Burbank Housing, and occupancy by tenants has been established. Prentice is advancing towards completion prior to the end of the current fiscal year. • Saggio Hills Affordable Housing
o The City has executed a Disposition and Development Agreement with Freebird Development for the 110 -unit Saggio Hills project.
• 155 Dry Creek Road
o The City has executed a Disposition and Development Agreement with Burbank Housing for the 58-unit project located at 155 Dry Creek Road. • Welcome Packet
o The development of the Welcome packet is in process and it is anticipated it will be completed this fiscal year.
Strategic Initiative 04: Infrastructure and Facilities
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• Library Upgrades
o The library and City are still collaborating on upgrades to the Library facility. The Council approved the City entering into a new lease with the library on October 16, 2023 and the library is planning a renovation project to start later this year. • New Fire Substation
o The groundbreaking ceremony was held on October 11, 2023 and construction on the substation is progressing.
• Parks
o Staff anticipates bringing an update on the park financing plan to Council on February 20, 2024. Work is anticipated to continue on bond issuance through FY24-25. CEQA has been completed for Montage and is currently underway for Badger. • Healdsburg Avenue Complete Street Project
o The designer for the Healdsburg Avenue Complete Streets project has been selected and we have received approval to proceed from Caltrans. Design work is underway. • Grove Street Neighborhood Plan
o A designer has been selected for this project and design work is underway. • Ward Street Neighborhood Plan
o Completed short-term improvements on Ward Street, including increased lighting and the addition of a speed bump.
• Enhanced Maintenance for LIDs
o Public Works staff have compiled a list of private and public LID features to ensure all are maintained.
• Municipal Recycled Water Pipeline
o The construction documents are 90% complete. CEQA addendum to tonight. Bid opening anticipated for March.
• Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) Wells
o Passed initial CalOES review phase and grant application is now with Federal administrators.
• Fitch Well Field & Dry Creek Well Field
o Design work has been completed and under review by the State Division of Drinking Water.
Strategic Initiative 05: Effective Governance
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan
o The City Council accepted the DEI Plan on August 7, 2023. • Business License Process Modernization
o Business License renewals for FY 23-24 were successfully completed in the new System. • Electric Utility Rate Study
o The City Council adopted a new rate structure on June 5, 2023. The new electric rates went into effect November 1, 2023.
Strategic Initiative 06: Public Health and Safety
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• Implement Community Wildfire Protection Plan
o Supported a grant application with Russian River Keeper (RRK), resulting in the successful acquisition of grant funding for Arundo removal from just west of Memorial Bridge around Fitch Mountain. Partnered with RRK to identify key treatment areas for the greatest impact on fire safety. Arundo removal project underway since August 2023 and HFD continues to help facilitate work.
• Fire Fuels Reduction
o Successfully treated the Fitch Mountain Open Space Preserve, Healdsburg Ridge Open Space Preserve, and various infrastructure locations within the City, including the Gauntlett Reservoir. The treatments implemented included grazing by sheep and goats, prescription pile and broadcast burns, mechanical mastication, and the utilization of hand crews.
• Emergency Preparation
o WebEOC is fully implemented and EOC technology improvements are nearing completion. The Evacuation zones for the City have been updated. The draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan has been reviewed by CalOES and staff is working on responding to comments.
Strategic Initiative 07: Community Services
• Arts and Culture Master Plan Implementation
o First round of the grant program is complete and awardees are working on their projects.
Staff is working on the first draft of a Percent for the Arts Ordinance. • Commission Composition
o Council formed a subcommittee to meet and discuss Senior Commission and the full Council agreed to keep commissions as currently setup.
• City-HUSD Joint Use Agreement
o HUSD and City staff will begin meeting in Q2 2024 to review and discuss the current Agreement and consider updates to incorporate new facilities, maintenance protocols, and facility scheduling.
• Deferred Maintenance and Improvement Plan
o The City Council approved moving forward with the Deferred Maintenance Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-24.
• Obtain cost estimate for installation of a permanent lighting system and develop lighting policy for City Council to address short- and long-term practices for determining when to light the bridge.
o The Bridge Lighting Policy was approved at the October 2022 City Council meeting. In October 2023, staff procured cost estimate for installation of permanent lighting system and the plan was presented to Council.
• Master Calendar & Cost Analysis for Special Events
o Council adopted the master events calendar in December 2023. • Foley Family Community Pavilion
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o The City Council approved the construction contract in December of 2023. • Replacing Doors and improving accessibility at Senior Center from and rear doors. o This project was completed in June of 2023.
• Villa Chanticleer Capital Replacement Plan
o Milestone and City staff will develop the plan in 2024 to be considered as part of the FY24-26 budget process.
• Concept Plan for West Plaza Parking Lot
o Staff are currently scoping and developing a budget for the project. Staff will present potential options during the budget process.
• Saggio Hills Park Development
o Complete a community-based process to identify potential names for the new park for City Council consideration.
• Saggio Hills Park Naming Process
o 32 applications were submitted as potential names for the new park. • Badger Park Redevelopment
o The CEQA process underway.
• Fitch Mountain Access Improvement Project
o The Bid award and construction were initiated in Fall 2023 and work is continuing on the project.
• Facility Improvements for Licensed Preschool Program
o This project is complete and the space has been turned over to the YWCA. • Hilltop Road Erosion Repairs
o Phase I of the road repairs has been completed and Phase II has been pushed out to Spring of 2024 to accommodate additional community outreach.
There were no public comments on this item.
Council Comments
Vice Mayor Mitchell thanked staff for all their hard work.
NEW BUSINESS - UPDATE ON HOUSING INITIATIVES AND HOUSING POLICY
POLLING
City Manager Kay introduced the item for discussion, noting the items to be discussed this evening include the Housing Needs Assessment, Downtown Housing Capacity Study and the Grown Management Ordinance (GMO).
Director Sotomayor provided updates on the Housing Needs Assessment (HNA), including middle-income housing and homeownership strategies.
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Planning and Building Director Duiven discussed the Downtown Housing Capacity Study (Study), including the Council’s goal of evaluating existing codes, legislation and law to identify barriers to and opportunities for increased housing capacity in Downtown Healdsburg. Director Duiven reviewed the potential sites that could be included in the Study, the development assumptions that could be included in the Study and noted the next steps in the process.
Director Duiven further provided background information on the Growth Management Ordinance (GMO), the main components of the GMO, and reviewed potential modifications to the GMO including geographic exclusions and removing income restriction on multifamily rental units.
Dave Metz, FM3 Research, provided background information on FM3’s experience in public opinion research, FM3’s experience in Healdsburg, reviewed the survey methodology FM3 would utilize and the survey research process.
City Manager Kay noted the complications of understanding the GMO and potential next steps if pursuing an amendment to the GMO is desired.
In response to Council inquiries, Mr. Metz provided information on the sample voters in Healdsburg that would be included in the survey and reviewed the polling conducted in 2016 around Measure R. Mr. Metz acknowledged the importance of bringing attentiveness to the community regarding any confusion and explained the survey will help identify where outreach and education may be helpful.
Council discussion ensued on the GMO, educating the public first before moving forward with an amendment to the GMO, keeping the potential GMO amendment simple for the voters and only being allowed to amend the GMO on a Presidential Election cycle.
In response to Council’s inquiries, Director Duiven provided information on why Category A units are being underutilized, the availability of market-rate housing and affordability and clarified that affordable housing allocations are used by other projects or reserved by current projects. Director Duiven further noted that an exemption for multi-family units is an option for an GMO modification. Director Duiven clarified that the allocations reserved are made through Development Agreements and Developers will lose allocations if they don’t meet the deadline.
Housing Director Sotomayor provided information on the upcoming Housing Element Work Group meetings.
Public Comment
Carol Lexa expressed appreciation to City staff and the City Council for looking at GMO. Ms.
Lexa thanked the Council for addressing the issue of middle-income housing and emphasized the importance of community awareness on the GMO.
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Cal Weeks, Policy Director for Generation Housing, echoed the sentiments of Ms. Lexa and urged the Council to proceed with the GMO amendment. Mr. Weeks also commented on and provided information about the TOC Policy.
In response to Mayor Hagele’s inquiry, City Manager Kay stated there was no action in front of the Council this evening, but noted the feedback heard this evening will be helpful moving forward.
Council Comments
Mayor Hagele is eager to see the design renderings upon completion and emphasized that he wants the community to understand we are doing this to improve quality of life.
Councilmember Kelley expressed concerns about the lack of utilities in the South Entry Area and discussed potential difficulties adding housing units and allocations in that area. Councilmember Kelley emphasized the need for a comprehensive plan before moving forward and also expressed her appreciation for the staff's hard work.
In response to Mayor Hagele’s inquiry, Mr. Metz noted the polling question specifications in the survey are still being discussed. City Manager Kay explained he is hoping the survey will provide additional information about the locations for housing community members are interested in and the level of potential support from the community for a GMO amendment.
NEW BUSINESS - FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 AND 2025-26 BUDGET DEVELOPMENT Finance Director Edgar stated the action for this evening is to provide feedback and direction to staff about the budget development plans for the upcoming two-year budget cycle. Director Edgar provided information on the general fund revenues, the forecast for the upcoming twoyear budget cycle, and general fund expenditures by department and function.
Director Edgar further reviewed the Measure T Fund, Community Services Fund, Enterprise Funds, and other funding including Measure S Affordable Housing, L&M Village, Streets, Impact Fees, Media Center, Lighting and Landscape Assessment Districts, Gas Tax, Opioid Settlement, Public Safety and Long Range Planning.
Director Edgar outlined the timeline for developing the Fiscal Year 2024-25 and 2025-26 budget, including details on a budget simulation tool that will be available for use, opportunities for community engagement and noted the FY 2024-26 budget goals.
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incorporating goal setting into operational budgets and noted the facility needs assessment is proposed to be funded within the 2-year cycle.
There were no public comments on this item.
Council Comments
Councilmember Kelley commented that the community engagement done at last budget cycle was strong, commented about the feedback received regarding the senior population and suggested we look at other options for senior participation. Councilmember Kelley further requested more information be brought to Council about what does not get incorporated into the budget.
In response to Council inquiries, Director Edgar clarified how items are selected to go into the budget. City Manager Kay suggested at goal setting the Council can lean into what items prioritized into the next budget and addressed Council concerns about staffing capacity.
Mayor Hagele commented that he would like to see a summary of what was considered for the budget and why it was removed.
COUNCIL REPORTS ON MATTERS OF INTEREST OCCURRING SINCE PREVIOUS
REGULAR MEETING/EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT REPORTS
Councilmember Herrod reported that he attended the Bucket Brigade Blood Drive, the Government Affairs Committee meeting with the Chamber of Commerce, and commented that he is looking forward to the upcoming budget process.
Councilmember Kelley thanked the Community Services team for their hard work during the holidays, reported that she attended Good Morning Healdsburg with the Chamber of Commerce and the Hospitality Association’s coffee event.
Councilmember Edwards commented that he enjoyed Downtown Healdsburg during holidays, and reported he attended many community outreach and engagement events.
Vice Mayor Mitchell reported she attended the Government Affairs Committee meeting.
Mayor Hagele reported he stood in for Councilmember Kelley for an update on the City to the AAUW, attended an NCPA zoom call introduction to Senator Laphonza Butler’s staff, attended a bike ride with Move Healdsburg and noted he will be headed to Sacramento for the Strategic Issues Conference for NCPA. Mayor Hagele thanked councilmembers and staff for attending the meeting tonight.
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further City Council/Redevelopment Successor Agency business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:18 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________________ __________________________________ David Hagele, Mayor Raina Allan, City Clerk